Hiking with my dogs (Blaze & Balor) while exploring the spectacular views of Newfoundland has had such a positive impact not only on my physical health but my mental health as well. Over the course of the late summer and fall of 2023 my pups and I have completed 5 of the 6 hikes of the Isthmus Trails. Consisting of The Otter Rub, The Bordeaux Trail, The Old Cabot Highway to Arthurs Hill Trail in Arnolds Cove, Cleary Hiking Trail in Come By Chance, and the Truce Sound Coastal Trail & Centre Hill Trail in Sunnyside. Unfortunately, Centre Hill Trail is too demanding for my 9-year-old Siberian Husky Blaze, so Balor and I will challenge that trail ourselves this spring. Also, we have done Hearts Ease Beach in Gooseberry Cove multiple times, it's a must see and do for any hiker, beginner or experienced. Its truly astonishing all the wonders and views right here in our own backyard. Sadly, its something as a young child and teenager I completely took for granted, and will forever regret. But I will be making up for that one trail at a time. There's just something about Newfoundland and Labrador that nurtures your mind, body, and soul. We have 29,000 kilometers of pristine coastline and close to 300 hiking and walking trails. Along the way, if the timing is right, you may see seabirds, whales, and icebergs. And moose, there are always moose. (Except during hunting season, its like they know) Hiking in Newfoundland you step back in time on long forgotten trails that connected towns together before roads existed. Paths that our ancestors before us travelled, hunted, and camped on. Whichever path you choose, there'll be plenty of photo opportunities (and the province is always camera-ready. Here in Newfoundland and Labrador peace and tranquility have coordinates, you just need to get out there and hike.   Submitted By: